Leaders' Learning Circle
for Teaching Principals
developing courage and clarity to lead with confidence in an AI-enabled world
Step into the Leaders Learning Circle for Teaching Principals — a sanctuary where overwhelm transforms into clarity, isolation melts into camaraderie, and the weight of being unsupported lifts to reveal a community of unwavering champions!
Lead with clarity, confidence & Connection
Step into the Leaders’ Learning Circle, a 12-month virtual experience created just for teaching principals.
This is more than professional development. It’s a trusted space where:
❆ Overwhelm becomes clarity
❆ Isolation becomes connection
❆ Support becomes your new normal
❆ Emerging tools like AI are explored with confidence and purpose
WHAT TO EXPECT
A year of structured support, expert mentoring and practical tools — delivered with the flexibility you need.
Imagine:
❆ Having a seasoned mentor by your side
❆ Collaborating with a small group of trusted peers
❆ Receiving practical strategies you can apply the very next day
❆ Celebrating growth, wins, and progress all year long
❆ Exploring how AI can reduce workload and enhance your leadership
Next cohort commences in July
***Limited spaces available***
Program Benefits
A multitude of benefits result from participating in a Leaders' Learning Circle.
Here is what you can expect over the next year.
Stronger leadership capability
Dive into masterclasses designed to unlock your potential and equip you with the tools and strategies to enhance your leadership skills, empowering you to lead with clarity and conviction.
Increased clarity & confidence
Through personalised coaching and supportive peer interactions, you'll witness your confidence soar as you navigate challenges with resilience, knowing you have the knowledge and support to thrive.
Greater support & connection
Forge meaningful connections with like-minded peers, expanding your professional network and opening doors to new opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and mutual growth.
Real progress on personal & professional goals
With the guidance of an expert mentor and the accountability of your peers, you'll set and achieve meaningful goals that propel you towards success and fulfilment.
Practical strategies for using AI to reduce workload & drive impact
Discover how AI can become a practical partner in your leadership. From planning improvement strategies to creating differentiated curriculum resources, you’ll gain hands-on experience using AI tools to reduce administrative load, improve productivity, and support more responsive, strategic decision-making in your school.
"Being a teaching principal is the hardest job in the department.
I said it when I was one and I still stand by it."
What's Included
The program is intentionally designed for teaching principals in small schools.
Orientation & onboarding
A warm welcome, connection, and practical guidance to begin your journey.
Leadership Masterclasses
Facilitated by an experienced system leader, these sessions focus on practical leadership, insight, influence, and innovation, including AI-enhanced approaches.
Peer Group Coaching
Collaborate in small groups to reflect, problem-solve, and grow together in a safe, supportive space.
Planning & Review Sessions
Pause, reflect, recalibrate and plan forward with expert facilitation.
Access to The Hub
An online library of resources, session recordings, and planning tools to support you year-round.
Connection with Colleagues
Group chat for sharing, support and celebration between sessions.
Next cohort commences in July
***Limited spaces available***
Program Philosophy
At the heart of my program lies a philosophy rooted in holistic leadership—a belief that to truly excel as a principal, one must first nurture the person behind the title.
I understand that the demands of leadership extend far beyond the school gates, encompassing both professional and personal realms.
That's why my approach goes beyond traditional leadership training to embrace the full spectrum of your being.
I'm committed to supporting not just your career aspirations, but also your physical and psychological well-being. Because I know that a healthy, balanced leader is better equipped to inspire, empower, and lead with authenticity and impact.
Leadership Masterclasses
Masterclasses are responsive to participant needs and offer practical, timely learning. Topics may include:
Orientation & Group Norms – Setting expectations, fostering connection, and building a community of support.
Priority Planning & Wellbeing – Balancing leadership responsibilities with mental health and sustainable practices.
Coaching Models for Schools – Practical applications of leadership coaching for feedback and staff growth.
Peer Observation & Feedback – Tools and strategies for evidence-based dialogue and instructional leadership.
Annual Improvement Plans with AI – Using AI tools to draft, refine, and align AIPs with school data and strategy.
Curriculum Planning with AI – Create assessment, marking guides, and teaching sequences aligned to Australian Curriculum
Differentiation with AI – Tailoring learning and streamlining reporting through AI-informed student profiles.
Ethical Leadership in the Age of AI – Navigating emerging technologies with discernment and responsibility.
Proposed Dates
All sessions are online from 4.00 pm to 5.00pm on Thursday afternoons.
Thursday 17 July - Orientation & Onboarding
Thursday 31 July - Masterclass
Thursday 14 August - Masterclass
Thursday 28 August - Peer Group Coaching
Thursday 11 September - Term Review & Forward Planning
What Others Say
"Participating in the Learning Leaders Circle under the mentorship and coaching of Trudy Graham has been one of the most rewarding professional learning experiences of my leadership journey. Her calm presence, insight, and capacity to ask just the right question have helped each of us navigate our own leadership paths more confidently and intentionally. The Learning Leaders Circle is not just professional development—it is leadership sustenance.”
Honi Mauro - Principal, Warrill View State School
“I just thought, I don't know if I can fit in one more thing. Turns out, it was the thing I needed most of all. It gave me permission to say no to lots of things and saved me time on others. It helped me prioritise and take control of tasks I’d honestly thought were unachievable. As a small school principal, everything competes for your time, but I now absolutely quarantine time for these sessions.”
Nita Tilney - Principal, Nagoorin State School
“I wanted a space where I could step out of the day-to-day demands and engage in deeper reflection on my leadership. Being part of the Circle was incredibly grounding and energising. There was a real sense of safety and trust in the group, which made it easy to be honest about the realities of the role. Working with Trudy has honestly been one of the most grounding and inspiring experiences in my leadership journey.”
Rebecca Reid - Principal, Ridgelands State School
Leadership Investment
12-month Leaders Learning circle
$2750
Total value $5750
Your investment $2750
12-month Leaders Learning circle + INDIVIDUAL COACHING
$4950
PLUS Unlimited leadership mentoring and coaching in private one-on-one sessions. Perfect if you are aspiring to level up your leadership and advance your career. (Value $4000)
Total value $9750
Your investment $4750
About Your Mentor
Trudy Graham
At 24, I became a teaching principal in one of Queensland’s most remote schools. Over the past 30 years, I’ve led schools in rural and regional areas and served 8 years as an Assistant Regional Director.
I've coached over 140 school leaders, designed learning experiences for curious and committed educators, and created learning communities that lift performance. I now specialise in AI-leveraged, human-centred leadership — equipping principals to navigate complexity with clarity, strategy, and heart.
I can’t wait to support you in your leadership journey.
